Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic FH6

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus E-M1 III versus Panasonic FH6, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the E-M1 III (20MP) and FH6 (14MP) and the E-M1 III (Four Thirds) and FH6 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-M1 III was brought out 8 years after the FH6 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-M1 III grades against the FH6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 III provides exterior measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FH6 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1 III versus Panasonic FH6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the E-M1 III versus the FH6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 III and FH6 is 67 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The image below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 III and FH6.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-M1 III featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-M1 III will provide greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent E-M1 III is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.